
The Augment from the AAHKS YAG
The Augment is a podcast from the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons' Young Arthroplasty Group (YAG). It features in-depth discussions on timely topics in total joint arthroplasty, with interviews of experts sharing their experience and knowledge. Aimed at surgeons in training or early in practice, the podcast covers relevant clinical and professional issues in hip and knee replacement surgery.
Episodes

How To Build a Resume for Hip and Knee Fellowship: A Year-by-Year Guide
Adult Reconstruction Fellowship Directors Dr. Aggarwal and Dr. Melnic join Dr. Crockatt and Dr. Lex in this episode of the Augment. They discuss the current landscape of adult recon fellowships, what fellowship directors are looking for in an application and provide tips and tricks for what a resident should be doing each year to develop a great adult recon resume in preparation for applying to fe

“Legends of Arthroplasty” with Past President Dr. Jay Lieberman
Former AAHKS President and YAG Advisor Dr. Lieberman join Dr. Rozell and Dr. Schwartz in this episode of the Augment. They discuss developing a successful surgical career and in developing leadership skills. Dr. Lieberman talks about his mentors and understanding how being a leader is about supporting your team and ensuring their success. The group discusses starting out along the leadership path

“Arthroplasty for Femoral Neck Fracture Can Be Delayed for Treatment with an Arthroplasty Surgeon”
Dr. Krueger joined hosts Dr. Gabrielli, Dr. Landy and Dr. Gold on this episode of the Augment. They discuss the final paper presentation of the 2025 AAHKS Annual Meeting, “Arthroplasty for Femoral Neck Fracture Can Be Delayed for Treatment with an Arthroplasty Surgeon”. The paper compares outcomes for patients treated with arthroplasty for femoral neck fracture performed by adult reconstruction su

“State of the Art Management of Periprosthetic Fractures of the Femur”, Highlighted Symposium of the 2025 Annual Meeting
Dr. Haidukewych, Dr. Jacobs and Dr. Schwarzkopf join hosts Dr. Crockatt and Dr. Thomas on this episode of the Augment. They discuss the final symposium of the 2025 AAHKS Annual Meeting, “State of the Art Management of Periprosthetic Fractures of the Femur”. This topic continues to be a bigger issue for arthroplasty surgeons, and the guests discuss how they plan for periprosthetic fractures with ei

“Secrets to Building Your Career”, Highlights of the YAG Annual Meeting Education Panel
Former YAG Chairs Dr. Frisch and Dr. Wolfstadt join Dr. Landy and Dr. Schwartz on this episode of the Augment, to discuss some highlights of the YAG Educational Panel that was held at the 2025 AAHKS Annual Meeting: “Worst Mistakes and Best Decisions in Early Practice: Secrets to Building Your Career.” Tips from the discussion include how to manage issues from the OR, finding your best practice set

Revising the Spring Meeting with Dr. Vigdorchik and Dr. Buller
Dr. Vigdorchik and Dr. Buller, Chair and Vice Chair of the AAHKS Education Council, respectively, join hosts Dr. Sarpong and Dr. Yoo on this episode of the Augment. They discuss revising Spring Meeting education to the type of sessions members are seeking now, including developing a track specifically for young surgeons. This track will address issues that may not be taught in training, help get a

AAHKS Evidence-Based Medicine Committee with Dr. Charles Hannon
Dr. Hannon, chair of the AAHKS Evidence-Based Medicine Committee, joined hosts Dr. Gabrielli, Dr. Crockatt and Dr. Thomas on this episode of the Augment. They discuss Dr. Hannon’s introduction to the committee, while he was a resident under Past President Craig J. Della Valle, MD, discussing evidence for opioid prescriptions and developing clinical practice guidelines for multimodal pain control f

Developing the 2025 AAHKS Annual Meeting and First Time Attendees
Dr. Buller, 2025 Program Chair, joined hosts Dr. Sarpong and Dr. Yoo on this episode of the Augment. They discuss the importance of the clinical education at the Annual Meeting and bringing it back to the OR, the increased abstract submissions year after year and the utilization of a psychometrician to ensure the highest quality research is presented at the meeting. Dr. Cohen-Rosenblum then talks

AAHKS History and Structure with Drs. Meneghini and Chen
Dr. Meneghini, AAHKS President, and Dr. Chen, AAHKS First Vice President, join hosts Dr. Landy and Dr. Schwartz for this episode of the Augment. They discuss the history of how and why AAHKS was created, the development of the Annual Meeting and how it has changed in the past 35 years but preserved the essence of the association’s beginnings. They also discuss development of the specialty co

AAHKS Practice Management Committee with Dr. Ben Schwartz
Dr. Schwartz, chair of the AAHKS Practice Management Committee, joined hosts Dr. Landy and Dr. Weber on this episode of the Augment. They discuss the work of the committee, answering coding questions, developing resources for members on value-based care initiatives and other business-related issues. Other topics include developing a white paper on utilizing PCM coding, how Dr. Schwartz became invo

European Arthroplasty Perspectives
In a new segment looking at arthroplasty surgical practices around the globe, this episode sees the Augment hosts joined by surgeons from Europe. The discussions include differences in training and practice models, reimbursement in training and practice with both public and private insurance systems. They also discuss patient care, including surgical settings, how patients are referred to arthropl

AAHKS Patient and Public Relations Committee with Drs. Stronach and Saxena
Dr. Stronach and Dr. Saxena, chair and vice chair of the AAHKS Patient and Public Relations Committee, join host Dr. Yoo in this episode of The Augment. They discuss developing and providing patient education resources for members to provide their patients to help the patients understand and process what they are going through. Article topics include total vs. partial knee replacement, preparing t

Re-Release: ABOS Part II Exam Q&A
In anticipation of the ABOS Part II Exams taking place July 20-23, YAG is releasing this Q&A to help those members preparing for the exam; good luck! In this episode Augment hosts Anna R. Cohen-Rosenblum, MD, MSc and Jenna A. Bernstein, MD are joined by YAG Committee Members Peter A. Gold, MD and Connor A. King, MD for a round table discussion on tips, tricks and pitfalls for preparing for the

Arthroplasty Implant Registry with Dr. Andrew Schwartz
Dr. Schwartz, YAG Secretary and AAHKS AIR Director, joins hosts Dr. Bernstein and Dr. Gabrielli in this episode of the Augment. They discuss what the Arthroplasty Implant Registry (AIR) is, how it functions and where it can go in the future. Dr. Schwartz talks about how AIR came about during the COVID pandemic, collecting and identifying images for the database and having users provide feedback to

Value-Based Care and Practice Insurance with Dr. David Jevsevar
Dr. Jevsevar, Past Chair of the AAHKS Evidence-Based Medicine Committee and CEO of OrthoVirginia, joins hosts Dr. Bernstein and Dr. Landy in this episode of the Augment. They discuss Dr. Jevsevar’s journey from small private practice to academic medicine to CEO of a large orthopaedic practice. Discussion also touches on the importance and worth of value-based care to orthopaedic practices, a rise

Orthopaedic Leadership with Dr. Antonia Chen
Dr. Chen, AAHKS First Vice President, joins hosts Dr. Gabrielli and Dr. Wolfstadt in this episode of the Augment, recorded at the 2024 Annual Meeting. They discuss Dr. Chen’s recent appointment as Chair of the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at UT Southwestern Medical Center, creating a joint culture from residency through practice, being a woman leader in AAHKS and saying “yes” to professional

Diversity in Arthroplasty with Dr. Linda Suleiman
In this episode of the Augment recorded at the 2024 Annual Meeting, hosts Dr. Bernstein and Dr. Wolfstadt are joined by Dr. Suleiman, AAHKS Women in Arthroplasty (WIA) Chair and Associate Dean for Diversity and Inclusion at Northwestern, to discuss the growth of WIA and how diversity in arthroplasty can continue to grow and benefit surgeons and patients. Discussion also included the importance of

The AAHKS Presidency with Dr. Huddleston
In this episode of the Augment recorded at the 2024 Annual Meeting, hosts Dr. Rozell, Dr. Gabrielli and Dr. Yang are joined by Dr. Huddleston, the 2023-2024 AAHKS President, to discuss how he become involved with AAHKS, from abstract submission to joining the Advocacy Committee and his work there. Dr. Huddleston also discusses how impressed he is with the passion of AAHKS members, working together

Planning the 2024 AAHKS Annual Meeting with Dr. Jonathan Vigdorchik
In this episode of the Augment, hosts Dr. Gabrielli and Dr. Yang are joined by Dr. Vigdorchik, the 2024 AAHKS Program Chair, to discuss the 2024 AAHKS Annual Meeting, starting with how Dr. Vigdorchik got into arthroplasty, then into AAHKS and finally to the program committee. Dr. Vigdorchik shares the steps to preparing the program, which starts at the previous year’s meeting and goes throughout t

Difficult Patient Discussions with Dr. Matthew Austin
In this episode of the Augment, hosts Dr. Rozell and Dr. Bernstein are joined by Dr. Austin to discuss how to have difficult discussions with patients about preparing for, having and recovering from surgery. This includes touching on modifiable or potentially modifiable risk factors, seeing patients seeking a second or third opinion, setting patients’ expectations preoperatively, communicating wi

Building Efficiency in an Arthroplasty Practice
In this episode of the Augment, hosts Dr. Rozell and Dr. Wolfstadt are joined by Dr. Kim to talk about building efficiency in an arthroplasty practice. Dr. Kim discusses his training and where his approach to efficiency came from early in his career. He shared important pieces to building efficiency, which includes developing repeatable approaches to primary and revision TJA, safely moving to the

Perioperative Pain Management in TJA
In this episode of the Augment, hosts Dr. Wolfstadt and Dr. Landy are joined by Dr. Hah and Dr. Khan, anesthesiologist and pain management physicians, to discuss research in perioperative pain specific to total joint arthroplasty. They start with chronic painful total knee patient where the pain can’t be easily identified, potential sources of chronic pain and different modalities to treat them. T

“Legends of Arthroplasty” with Past President Dr. Thomas Vail
In this episode of the Augment, hosts Dr. Bernstein and Dr. Gold are joined by AAHKS Past President Dr. Vail to discuss how an engineering background led him to arthroplasty and arthritis research, what the future may hold for better treating and understanding osteoarthritis and osteonecrosis, the evolution of arthroplasty treatment through his career, changing institutions for the right reasons,

YAG Special Issue of Arthroplasty Today Out Now!
In this episode of the Augment, YAG leaders discuss the Arthroplasty Today Young Arthroplasty Group Special Issue, which is out now! The Special Issue was edited by former YAG Chair Dr. Cohen-Rosenblum. The group discusses how the Special Issue came about and highlights a few of the articles. Check out the Special Issue and listen to the podcast for a deeper dive!
In this episode:
Jenna A. Bernste

The International Session of the Spring Meeting
In this episode of the Augment, hosts Dr. Wolfstadt and Dr. Bernstein are joined by the faculty of the “International Session: Hip and Knee Arthroplasty – A Global Perspective” at the Spring Meeting. Discussion includes a summary of the symposium, providing a perspective from each of the members’ countries about the health care models, the differences from the US system and the work of the Interna

The AAHKS Spring Meeting with Dr. Polkowski
In this episode of the Augment, hosts Dr. Landy and Dr. Gabrielli are joined by AAHKS Spring Meeting Program Co-Chair Dr. Polkowski to discuss the AAHKS Spring Meeting, including the differences between the Spring and Annual Meetings, as well as what an attendee can expect from and get out of attending the Spring Meeting. From someone who has been in practice for decades to trainees, there’s somet

“Legends of Arthroplasty” with Past Presidents Dr. Berry and Dr. Lewallen
In this episode of the Augment, host Dr. Cohen-Rosenblum is joined by AAHKS Past President Dr. Berry to discuss how he became involved with AAHKS, how you too can get involved, his work as president to manage the rapid growth of the organization and the important areas AAHKS can look to lead in the future. Then hosts Dr. Wolfstadt, Dr. Youngman and Dr. Gold are joined by AAHKS Past President Dr. L

Duke University’s Longitudinal Bundled Program
In this episode of the Augment, hosts Jenna A. Bernstein, MD and David C. Landy, MD, PhD are joined by AAHKS Past Presidents Michael P. Bolognesi, MD and William A. Jiranek, MD to discuss the development of the longitudinal arthritis bundled care model they have developed at Duke University. The program came from their experience in shorter episode-based bundles, and delivers surgical and non-surg

Celebrating 5 Years of YAG with the Past Chairs
In this episode of the Augment, host and Past Chair Dr. Cohen-Rosenblum, is joined by 3 of the 4 previous YAG Chairs, Dr. Lange, Dr. Culp and Dr. Frisch to discuss how the YAG was developed and became an official AAHKS committee, the need that it fills for young surgeons and how that has changed over the years. The past chairs share their experiences ensuring the committee survived infancy and now

Resident Ask Me Anything with YAG Leaders
In this episode of the Augment, ortho residents Dr. Lex and Dr. Connolly take over to host an AMA with YAG leaders Dr. Wolfstadt and Dr. Mildren. The discussion includes why they went into arthroplasty, what they would do differently in their training and how residents should seek fellowships that are appropriate for them according to education, practice and life wishes. Other topics include point

The Annual Meeting Ortho Team and Resident Courses
In this episode of the Augment, host Dr. Mildren is joined by 2023 Ortho Team Course Chair Dr. Fillingham to discuss the development of the course to help with understanding the principles of joint replacement, what the surgeon is concerned with during the surgery and what the team members can implement in their own practices. They also discuss the evolution of the course and where it can go in th

The Business and Advocacy of Arthroplasty with Dr. Iorio and Dr. Courtney
In this episode Augment hosts Dr. Chalmers and Dr. King are joined by AAHKS Past President Dr. Iorio to discuss the AAHKS Business Course at the Annual Meeting and the larger business of arthroplasty. The group talks about the evolution of practice models to very large group practices, ASC models, continued recovery from the pandemic and patient care over the last several years. They also discuss

AAHKS Annual Meeting and Leadership with Dr. Parvizi, Dr. Schwarzkopf and Dr. Della Valle
In this episode the Augment hosts are joined by AAHKS Past President Dr. Parvizi to discuss his work goals and work as AAHKS president during his year, his experience as an immigrant and engaging young surgeons in the association. The hosts are then joined by 2023 Program Chair Dr. Schwarzkopf to discuss the work that goes into building the Annual Meeting including shaping the agenda and reviewing

Putting on the Annual Meeting with AAHKS Staff
In this episode the Augment hosts are joined by AAHKS staff members to discuss their roles in the day-to-day work of the Association and, specifically, the work that goes into hosting the AAHKS Annual Meeting each year. The conversation covers the abstract and symposium submission and review processes, the move to the Gaylord Texan to help the meeting grow, developing the labs and exhibit hall spa

Value-Based Care and More with Kevin J. Bozic, MD, MBA
In this episode, AAOS President Kevin J. Bozic, MD, MBA joins the Augment hosts to examine value-based care and the program of longitudinal care he developed at the University of Texas at Austin. Dr. Bozic talks about how parts of the program could be adapted to other practice models and the positive impact on the surgeon and care team. Also discussed are the make-up of the two parts of the AAOS (

The YAG Augment: Legends of Arthroplasty with Eduardo A. Salvati, MD
In this episode the Augment hosts are joined by Eduardo A. Salvati, MD, for the latest “Legends in Arthroplasty”, to discuss how he came to orthopaedics, and adult reconstruction when working with his farther treating patients with polio in his home country of Argentina. He shares his experiences doing fellowships with other Arthroplasty Legends such as Dr. John Charnley, leading to him staying in

The YAG Augment: Legends of Arthroplasty with Dr. Douglas E. Padgett
In this episode the Augment hosts are joined by Douglas E. Padgett, MD, for the latest “Legends in Arthroplasty”, to discuss how he came to orthopaedics, and specifically adult reconstruction. He shares his experiences in military medical service and how it informed his non-military practice, learning from and along with other arthroplasty legends, developing new technologies for joint replacement

The Future of Non-Arthroplasty Management of Knee OA
In this episode the Augment hosts are joined by Christopher Kim, MD, PhD and Sowmya Viswanathan, PhD to discuss the future of regenerative medicine for knee osteoarthritis. Topics include the current state of orthobiologics and injectables for treatment of knee OA, the optimal patient population to receive these treatments and what the future holds for more personalized care.
In this episode:
Jenn

Expert Witness: Should You/Shouldn’t You? What you need to know with Thomas Fleeter, MD
In this episode the Augment hosts are joined by AAOS Committee on Professionalism Chair Thomas B. Fleeter, MD to discuss what is involved with being an expert witness in the medical field. Dr. Fleeter also has experience in co-founding a medical liability insurance company in Virginia. Topics include the basics of what is involved with being an expert witness, do’s and don’ts for navigating medico

Coding Tips and Tricks Part 2: PCM and Pre-Optimization
In this episode the Augment hosts are joined by AAHKS Advocacy Committee member Stephen M. Engstrom, MD, MBA and AAHKS Health Policy Fellow Christopher Skeehan, MD to discuss the use of Principle Care Management (PCM) CPT codes to capture the pre-optimization work that is done to prepare TJA patients for surgery. Discussion includes the history of PCM codes, how they can be used to capture pre-opt

Coding Tips and Tricks Part 1: Recent Data on TKA Conversion and Hip Preservation Coding
In this episode the Augment hosts are joined by Nicholas M. Brown, MD and AAHKS Research Committee Member Stephen T. Duncan, MD to discuss recent research around coding issues in TJA. Discussion included Dr. Brown’s recent article, “Cost Analysis of Conversion Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Multi-Institutional Database Study” and Dr. Duncan’s article, “Making Sense of Hip Preservation Procedural Codin

ABOS Part II Exam Q&A
In this episode Augment hosts Anna R. Cohen-Rosenblum, MD, MSc and Jenna A. Bernstein, MD are joined by YAG Committee Members Peter A. Gold, MD and Connor A. King, MD for a round table discussion on tips, tricks and pitfalls for preparing for the ABOS Part II Examination. Topics include ways to collect and manage preparing your case list, what to do to prepare and what to expect during the exam it

Global Medical Outreach with Dr. Neil Sheth
In this episode the Augment hosts are joined by Neil P. Sheth, MD, MBA, who serves as director of global orthopaedics while working with partner organizations to build an orthopaedics center of excellence hospital in Tanzania. The discussion includes how Dr. Sheth became involved with global medical outreach, building sustainable health care systems where they do not exist and the importance of pa

Optimizing Outcomes in Obese TJA Patients with Dr. Michael Blankstein
In this episode the Augment hosts are joined by Michael Blankstein, MD, MSc, FRCSC to have an open and frank discussion about treating obese total joint arthroplasty patients. The discussion includes Dr. Blankstein’s adjustments to his practice from using hard BMI cut offs to looking at each patient individually and finding the best care for each of them. Dr. Blankstein moderated a symposium, “Go

Surgeon Coaching with Dr. Muyibat Adelani and Dr. Linda Suleiman
In this first episode of our third season, the Augment hosts are joined by Diversity Advisory Board (DAB) Co-Chair Muyibat A. Adelani, MD and Women In Arthroplasty (WIA) Vice-Chair Linda I. Suleiman, MD to discuss the importance of working with a coach to help with developing your professional values and goal

Social Media Savvy with Dr. Cory Calendine
Getting involved in social media platforms and how to develop content that works across the different platforms and within the strengths of those platforms. Discussion includes ethical considerations for working in social media and dealing with negative feedback. Dr. Calendine, in his social media work, strives to educate, entertain and encourage his audience.
In this Episode:
Anna R. Cohen-Rosenb

Quality Assurance with Dr. Ayesha Abdeen
Dr. Abdeen joins YAG Augment hosts Dr. Mildren and Dr. Wolfstadt to talk about her journey from Canada to training in Los Angeles and New York to becoming the chief of the arthroplasty division at Boston Medical Center and developing quality assurance and research initiatives among a very diverse patent population, among other topics.
In this episode:
Mark E. Mildren, MD
Jesse I. Wolfstadt, MD, MS

Fibromyalgia and Lumbar Spine Fusion Findings in TJA with Dr. Mark Mildren and Dr. Ryland Kagan
Dr. Kagan and Dr. Mildren join YAG Augment hosts Dr. Cohen-Rosenblum, Dr. Sonn and Dr. Wolfstadt to discuss two of their research papers presented at the 2022 AAHKS Annual Meeting: Paper #33 “Fibromyalgia Increases Post-Operative Healthcare Utilization Following Total Hip Arthroplasty” and Paper #24, “Blame the Opioid not the Spine Surgeon: Dislocation After Total Hip Arthroplasty with Prior Lumba

The YAG Augment: Artificial Intelligence with Dr. Cody Wyles
Dr. Wyles joins YAG Augment hosts Dr. Cohen-Rosenblum, Dr. Landy and Dr. Mildren to discuss the real, current uses for artificial intelligence in TJA now, including reviewing images, choosing implants, augmenting data registries and more. This symposium was presented at the 2022 AAHKS Annual Meeting, “Advances in Arthroplasty Practice with Artificial Intelligence – The Future is Now” which c

The YAG Augment: Patient Reported Outcomes with Dr. Simon Young
Dr. Young joins YAG Augment hosts Dr. Mildren and Dr. Wolfstadt to discuss patient reported outcomes research he has been involved with, including his paper presented at the 2022 AAHKS Annual Meeting, “The Three Strongest Oxford Knee Score Questions that Predict Subsequent Knee Arthroplasty Revision”, review the abstract, Paper #45 here. Also discussed are the differences between orthopaedic and t

The YAG Augment: Developing the FOCAL Series with Dr. Bill Hamilton
Dr. Hamilton joins YAG Augment hosts Dr. Cohen-Rosenblum, Dr. Bernstein and Dr. Sonn to discuss the origins of the FOCAL webinar series, which led to him being awarded the AAHKS Presidential Award by Dr. Bryan Springer during the 2022 AAHKS Annual Meeting, developing the FOCAL fellowship training curriculum and the future of fellowship training.
In this episode:
Anna R. Cohen-Rosenblum, MD, MSc
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The YAG Augment: AAHKS President Dr. Bryan Springer
Dr. Springer joins YAG Augment hosts Dr. Cohen-Rosenblum, Dr. Chalmers, Dr. Mildren and Dr. Sonn to talk about his presidential year and the challenges and successes that he has faced, including reviewing and updating the organization strategic plan, added outreach to the mission and fighting for surgeon reimbursement. Dr. Springer also discussed how he first became involved with AAHKS as an annua

The YAG Augment: Cemented Stems with Mr. Jonathan Howell and Mr. Matthew Hubble
Mr. Howell and Mr. Hubble join YAG Augment hosts Dr. Cohen-Rosenblum and Dr. Landy to discuss the differences in practice and conferences in the UK and US, as well as their symposium presented at the 2022 AAHKS Annual Meeting, Cemented Femoral Stem Fixation: Back to the Future”, the abstract for which can be found on page 30 here.
In this episode:
Anna R. Cohen-Rosenblum, MD, MSc
David C. Landy, M

The YAG Augment: Developing the Annual Meeting Program with Dr. Jeremy Gililland
Dr. Gililland joins YAG Augment hosts Dr. Cohen-Rosenblum, Dr. Landy and Dr. Mildren to discuss his role as the 2022 AAHKS Annual Meeting Program Chair and the work that goes into developing the program, including utilizing abstract reviewers’ expertise, how an abstract goes from submission to podium or poster, arranging the content to be most impactful and ensuring conflicts are disclosed by pres

The YAG Augment : Tips for Starting in Practice (Season 2, Episode 12)
In this episode the Augment hosts are joined by AAHKS Education Committee Member Michael P. Ast MD, who provides tips for residents and fellows thinking about getting into practice. Topics include the current models of practice and how those lines are blurring, how to find a good job and negotiating the position, as well as developing ancillary income. Learn more tips and lessons through the Found

The YAG Augment: Legends of Arthroplasty with Dr. Javad Parvizi (Season 2, Episode 14)
In this episode the Augment hosts are joined by AAHKS First Vice President Javad Parvizi, MD, FRCS, for the latest “Legends in Arthroplasty”, to discuss his journey from Iran to the US and into orthopaedics. Other topics include learning from adversity, recognizing hard work at every level and the importance of living a balanced life.
In this episode:
Jesse Wolfstadt, MD, MSc, FRCSC

The YAG Augment: Honoring Military Medical Service (Season 2, Episode 13)
This Veterans Day, the Augment is joined by current and former military arthroplasty surgeons who discuss their reasons for going into the military and into adult reconstruction, including the Health Professions Scholarship Program (HPSP) and how practice and deployment works while serving. A distinct thank you to our guests and all of our military for their service.
In this episode:
Anna R

The YAG Augment: Tips for Getting into Research and Article Round Up (Season 2, Episode 11)
In this episode the Augment hosts are joined by AAHKS Research Committee Chair Ran Schwarzkopf MD, MSc, who discusses two of his recently published articles, “Impact of Preoperative Anemia Severity on Primary Total Hip Arthroplasty Outcomes” and “Comparing the Efficacy of Articulating Spacer Constructs for Knee Periprosthetic Joint Infection Eradication: All-Cement vs Real-Component Spacers.” The

The YAG Augment: Infection Article Roundup (Season 2, Episode 10)
In this episode the Augment hosts are joined by AAHKS Publications Committee Vice Chair Christopher E. Pelt, MD, who discusses two of his recently published articles, “Extended oral antibiotics increase bacterial resistance in patients who fail 2-stage exchange for periprosthetic joint infection” and “Neocortex formation in a tapered wedge stem is not indicative of complications

The YAG Augment: The Future of Arthroplasty Practice and AAHKS (Season 2, Episode 9)
In this episode the Augment hosts are joined by AAHKS Past President Michael P. Bolognesi, MD, who discusses evolving practice models, surgeons leading bundled payments and working with payors, efficiency and the move to outpatient surgery in private practice and academic centers. Topics also include the future of arthroplasty, longitudinal bundled payment models, technology, the importance of adv

The YAG Augment: Legends of Arthroplasty with Drs. Allan Gross and Clive Duncan (Season 2, Episode 8)
In this episode, show hosts and Young Arthroplasty Group (YAG) Leaders Drs. Cohen-Rosenblum, Buller, Mildren and Wolfstadt host “Legends” Allan E. Gross, MD, FRCSC, O.Ont. and Clive P. Duncan, MD, MSc, FRCS(C) in our latest “Legends of Arthroplasty” edition. Discussion includes development of the Vancouver classification of periprosthetic hip fractures, working with Sir John Charnley, CBE, FRS, pr

The YAG Augment: AAHKS Past Presidents on Association Innovation and Future (Season 2, Episode 7)
In this episode, recorded at the 2021 AAHKS Annual Meeting, the Augment hosts are joined by AAHKS Past Presidents Drs. Lowry Barnes, Dan Berry and Rich Iorio. Dr. Barnes discusses development of the Diversity Advisory Board and addressing evolving member and patient needs throughout and after the pandemic. Dr. Iorio discusses priorities for his presidential year including advocacy, research, the e

The YAG Augment: Diversity, Research and Practice (Season 2, Episode 6)
In this episode, recorded at the 2021 AAHKS Annual Meeting, the Augment hosts are joined first by Diversity Advisory Board (DAB) Co-Chair Dr. Muyibat Adelani, who discusses the challenges and rewards of academic versus private practice and the future of arthroplasty research. Then AAHKS Past President Dr. Mary O’Connor talks to The Augment about being the first woman member of AAHKS, the growth of

The YAG Augment: Orthopaedic Team Course Discussion (Season 2, Episode 5)
In this episode, recorded at the 2021 AAHKS Annual Meeting, Augment host Dr. Mark Mildren is joined by physician assistants Jocelyn Alloway, Jennifer Babich and Kyle Brooks to discuss the Orthopaedic Team Course that is held in conjunction with the Annual Meeting. The course provides insight for PAs and other team members into practice norms across the country and experiences with working with dif

The YAG Augment: Women in Arthroplasty Discussion (Season 2, Episode 4)
In this episode, recorded at the 2021 AAHKS Annual Meeting, the Augment hosts are joined by AAHKS Board Member-at-Large Dr. Kim Tucker and Women in Arthroplasty (WIA) Committee Member Dr. Elizabeth Lieberman to discuss the benefits of networking at the Annual Meeting, the impact of the WIA Gender Bias videos, their experiences in orthopaedics at different career practice points and how to get more

The YAG Augment: Dataset Discussions and Arthroplasty Today (Season 2, Episode 3)
In this episode, recorded at the 2021 AAHKS Annual Meeting, the Augment hosts are joined first by Dr. Ryland Kagan, who discusses the paper he presented, “Disagreement in Readmission Rates After Total Hip and Knee Arthroplasty Across Datasets”, dealing with population boom and COVID-19 in Oregon. Dr. Greg Golladay, Editor-in-Chief of Arthroplasty Today, speaks on the Annual Meeting highlights issu

The YAG Augment: AAHKS Advocacy Discussion (Season 2, Episode 2)
In this episode, recorded at the 2021 AAHKS Annual Meeting, the Augment hosts are joined by Advocacy Committee Members Drs. Chick Yates, Max Courtney and Chad Krueger to discuss the importance of surgeons advocating for their patients and themselves, as well as the many ways to get involved at the state and national level.
In this episode:
Leonard T. Buller, MD
Mark E. Mildren, MD
Jenna A.

The YAG Augment: The AAHKS Annual Meeting Highlights and Social Media (Season 2, Episode 1)
Recorded at the 2021 AAHKS Annual Meeting in Dallas, Texas, Season 2 of The Augment begins with interviews with 2021 AAHKS Program Chair Antonia F. Chen, MD, MBA and Digital Health and Social Media Committee Member Dustin J. Schuett, DO on the importance of participating in the Annual Meeting, hot issues in the profession, looking to future topics and tips for utilizing social media as a surgeon.

The YAG Augment: Finding the Right Arthroplasty Job (Season 1, Episode 7)
In this episode of The Augment, show hosts and Young Arthroplasty Group (YAG) Members Anna R. Cohen-Rosenblum, MD, Leonard T. Buller, MD, Mark E. Mildren, MD and Jesse Wolfstadt, MD, MSc, FRCSC discuss the importance of finding the right job in arthroplasty, things to look for in a job search and interview, as well as the importance of work-life balance in your career, with YAG Founding Member and

The YAG Augment: Legends of Arthroplasty with Dr. Thomas P. Sculco (Season 1, Episode 6)
In this episode, show hosts and Young Arthroplasty Group (YAG) Members Anna R. Cohen-Rosenblum, MD, Leonard T. Buller, MD, and Mark E. Mildren, MD host Thomas P. Sculco, MD, in our first “Legends of Arthroplasty” edition to discuss how he became interested in orthopaedics, the history of the subspeciality and the changes he has seen.
In This Episode
Anna R. Cohen-Rosenblum, MD
Leonard T. B

The YAG Augment: Season 1, Episode 5 (AJRR)
In this episode, show hosts and Young Arthroplasty Group (YAG) Members Anna R. Cohen-Rosenblum, MD, Leonard T. Buller, MD, Chad A. Krueger, MD and Mark E. Mildren, MD discuss the American Joint Replacement Registry (AJRR), its importance and how to get involved, with their esteemed guest, AAHKS 1st Vice President and AJRR Steering Committee Chair Bryan D. Springer, MD.
For more information on AJRR

The YAG Augment: Season 1, Episode 4
In this episode, show hosts and Young Arthroplasty Group (YAG) Members Anna R. Cohen-Rosenblum, MD, Leonard T. Buller, MD, and Mark E. Mildren, MD discuss the topic of robotics in total joint arthroplasty with their esteemed guest Arthur L. Malkani, MD. Please note: any reference to specific industry product

The Young Arthroplasty Group (YAG) Augment: Season 1, Episode 3
In this episode show hosts and YAG Members Anna R. Cohen-Rosenblum, MD, Leonard T. Buller, MD, Chad A. Krueger, MD and Mark E. Mildren, MD discuss the articles listed below with their esteemed guests Linda I. Suleiman, MD and Ugo N. Ihekweazu, MD. Dr. Suleiman joins us from the AAHKS Women in Arthroplasty Committee and Dr. Ihekweazu from the newly formed AAHKS Diversity Advisory Board.
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Bibliography
1) Ribau, A, et al. “Is preoperative staphylococcus aureus
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